Radiation starts tomorrow, and I will be even more familiar with Rt. 401 to Paoli! 5 days a week for 6 weeks, 10 am - that will find me having my treatment for about 15 minutes. Buddy is going with me for the first day, and we will see after that.
Our co-op play was this past weekend and it was WONDERFUL! So thankful for all involved, and so proud of the kids who did such a great job bringing the play to life. I couldn't be involved as I usually am, so I had the pleasure of watching more of the performances than usual, but I missed being as involved. So many made it possible for me to have a break. Autumn Jackins was costume lady this year, for her senior year, and hair lady too! And the lead character! Amazing young lady...so many amazing kids and adults. Such an honor to be a part of that group year after year. The Lord truly honors the hard work put in every year. We were the home of choice for doing makeup and hair (since we homeschool, we don't have access to the school whose stage we use until 4 pm...too late to start!). So, while I was at Paoli for 3 different appointments on Friday, all the kids were in and out of my house! It's a good thing they're such great kids!
From Jesus Calling, 4/25
...The only way to keep your balance is to fix your eyes on Me, the One who never changes. If you gaze too long at your circumstances, you will become dizzy and confused. Look to Me, refreshing yourself in My Presence, and your steps will be steady and sure.
In light of my current instability with the neuropathy, this particular entry hit close to home! I know this is talking about spiritual stability, but I often need to re-focus my heart as well as my feet when I am having a bad day. So thankful for this reminder of His constancy. It has been so good to be done with chemo, but am often reminded of the still-long-road ahead. Keeping things in perspective, I know that I have much for which to be thankful...
Hebrews 12:1-3
Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles. And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us, fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith. For the joy set before him he endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God. Consider him who endured such opposition from sinners, so that you will not grow weary and lose heart.
Psalm 102:27
But you remain the same, and your years will never end.
Thankful thoughts:
- The promise of the coming blooms - iris, lilac, peonies - just SO close!
- The hugs received are so sweet - they often bring tears to my eyes. I am so thankful for the wealth of friends the Lord has provided
- My husband - so patient and helpful
- Kristen - got her license! :)
- A Lord Who understands, when no one else does. I truly know He is near me every step of the way.
Thank you for your continued prayers. And for asking about my blog...I will try to keep up! Love you all dearly.
Andi